Learning and Development Specialist

Loudoun County Government Learning and Development Specialist

Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community — that's The Loudoun Difference.

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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Job Summary

Loudoun County Government is seeking two (2) highly skilled and experienced professionals to serve as Learning and Development Specialists within the Office of Equity and Inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of one of Virginia's fastest-growing counties by delivering impactful learning experiences across all levels of local government. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement strategic learning initiatives that foster an inclusive and high-performing organizational culture. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing employee engagement, leadership development, and service excellence across all departments.

• Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to continuous improvement and organizational excellence.
• Develop and deliver learning programs that empower employees and drive meaningful change.
• Work closely with leadership and staff across departments to align learning strategies with organizational goals.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and facilitate engaging learning programs that promote inclusive practices, service excellence, and professional growth.
• Utilize adult learning principles to create engaging learning materials, workshops, and e-learning modules.
• Deliver educational content through multiple formats, including in-person workshops, webinars, and e-learning platforms.
• Develop learning tools, curricula, and supplemental materials to support long-term knowledge retention and application.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to internal teams building capacity in areas related to access, cultural responsiveness, and inclusive communication.

• Partner with departments to assess operational challenges and co-design approaches that promote consistency, fairness, and accessibility in public services.
• Guide departments in the development of strategic implementation plans aligned with broader County initiatives.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and small group facilitation to help teams navigate complex organizational questions.
• Assist in the implementation of departmental impact plans in alignment with the Loudoun Equity Action Plan (LEAP).

• Build and maintain strong relationships with department leaders to ensure alignment of learning programs with organizational priorities.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for employee development throughout the organization.
• Facilitate interactive meetings, forums, and events to foster collaboration across departments, employee groups, and community partners.
• Represent the Office on task forces and special projects requiring specialized knowledge in facilitation and learning.

• Apply proven methodologies to design and implement surveys, assessments, and feedback tools that measure employee engagement, learning impact, and service effectiveness.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify gaps, monitor performance, and propose actionable insights.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and visualizations that clearly communicate trends, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with tracking and evaluating progress on department and County-wide goals, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and tracking systems to monitor progress and meet established milestones.
• Conduct regular data analysis and gather qualitative feedback to inform continuous improvement and ensure programs remain responsive to evolving needs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and best practices in program delivery and evaluation.
• Proactively identify challenges and risks, recommending solutions to mitigate issues and enhance overall program success.
• Support capacity-building efforts by sharing best practices and lessons learned across departments.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources, public administration, education, business administration, social sciences, or a related field; and at least three (3) years of professional experience in learning and development, employee training, inclusive service delivery, or organizational effectiveness. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

• Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating adult learning programs across diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in instructional design, curriculum development, and various training delivery methods (e.g., in-person, virtual, blended).
• Experience designing learning with accessibility and language equity in mind is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, interpret, and present data to inform decision-making and evaluate program impact.
• Experience supporting or conducting equity analyses to inform decision-making, policy development, or organizational change efforts.
• Familiarity with government operations or large organizational systems is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, including professional writing, presentation development, and the ability to convey complex concepts with clarity and precision.
• Demonstrated ability to apply systems thinking to identify patterns, connections, and root causes within complex organizations, along with a commitment to continuous learning and cultural humility.

Relevant professional certifications are highly desirable and may include credentials such as SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP; CPLP or CPTD (Certified Professional in Learning and Performance / Certified Professional in Talent Development); CDP or CDE (Certified Diversity Professional / Certified Diversity Executive; PMP (Project Management Professional) ;Lean Six Sigma, Prosci (Certified Change Practitioner); and data analytics certifications, such as Google Data Analytics, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent programs.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Successful candidates will undergo criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email Human Resources.

Benefits

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click here. Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.